Enneagram:
Type Seven

The Enthusiast is always on the go seeking fun. The Enthusiast has a compulsive need to be happy, plan fun things, contribute to the world, and to avoid suffering and pain.

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Features:

The Head Center:
Moves away from others - Over Does
Original Loss: "I was too sad."
Problem Emotion: Fear
Basic Decision: Being happy and entertaining allows you to survive and be loved.
False Claim: "I am always happy. Life is great."
Four Adjectives: Spontaneous and accomplished, but excessive and manic

Self-image: I am happy-go-lucky.
Compulsion: To always find the sliver lining and hidden possibility.
Avoidance: The Pain of Life.
Sin: Gluttony - More is better
Gift: Joy, humor, possibility, and enthusiasm.
Six Wing: More loyal, endearing, responsible, and anxious.
Eight Wing: More exuberant, aggressive, competitive, and materialistic.
Stress Point: 1 - Autocratic, brittle, rigid, picky, and demanding.
Security Point: 5 -Self-contained, scrupulous, focused, detail-oriented observer.

Crossing the River: Too busy partying too cross the river.
Affirmation: "I have enough. There is enough. I need no more."


Adjectives for High Functioning Sevens

Spontaneous

Multi-Talented

Enthusiastic

Extroverted

Versatile

Exuberant

Full of Delight

Joyful

Futuristic

Amusing

Networker

Playful

Free

Fun

Adjectives for Average Functioning Sevens

Appreciator

Experiential

Gregarious

Humorous

Planner

Loves Variety

Options Open

Lively

Adjectives for Low Functioning Sevens

Materialistic

Hyperactive

Impulsive

Excessive

Acts out anxiety 

Escapist

Superficial

Rebellious

Fears Depth

More is Better 

Seeks Immediate gratification

Runs from here to there


Famous Examples of Sevens:

JFK, Robin Williams, Bette Midler, Elton John, Larry King, Howard Stern, Roseanne Barr, Liberace, John Belushi, Goldie Hawn, Regis Philbin, Cosmo Kramer (Seinfeld), Peter Pan, Mozart.

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